Practice Exam Review
Practice Questions
These questions cover all five ACS areas. Read each carefully, choose your answer, then check the explanation.
Question 1: Regulations
Under Part 107, what is the maximum altitude a remote pilot may operate an sUAS?
A) 500 feet AGL B) 400 feet AGL C) 400 feet MSL
Answer: B. 400 feet AGL is the standard limit. The exception is within 400 feet of a structure, where you can fly 400 feet above the structure. Note the question specifies AGL, not MSL.
Question 2: Airspace
(Refer to Figure 23.) You have been hired to inspect a tower under construction at 46.9N, 96.8W. The sectional chart shows this location inside a solid blue circle. What must you receive before operating?
A) Notification from the airport manager B) Authorization from ATC C) A waiver from the FAA
Answer: B. Solid blue circles indicate Class B airspace. You need ATC authorization (typically via LAANC) before operating. You don’t need a waiver. Authorization through the normal process is sufficient.
Question 3: Sectional Charts
On a sectional chart, you see the notation 100/SFC inside a dashed magenta line. What does this indicate?
A) Class E surface area from the surface to 10,000 ft MSL B) Class D airspace from the surface to 10,000 ft MSL C) Class G airspace from the surface to 10,000 ft MSL
Answer: A. Dashed magenta means Class E surface area. 100/SFC means surface to 10,000 ft MSL. The FAA often tests that you know dashed magenta means Class E, not Class D (which is dashed blue).
Question 4: Weather
METAR reads: KPHX 151155Z 33015G25KT 3SM TSRA BKN030CB 25/20 A2990
What is the visibility and cloud condition?
A) 3 statute miles, thunderstorms with broken clouds at 3,000 ft AGL B) 3 nautical miles, thunderstorms with broken clouds at 3,000 ft MSL C) 3 statute miles, light rain with scattered clouds at 300 ft AGL
Answer: A. 3SM = 3 statute miles. TSRA = thunderstorm with rain. BKN030CB = broken clouds (5/8 to 7/8) at 3,000 ft AGL with cumulonimbus. METAR cloud heights are always AGL.
Question 5: Weather Reports
A TAF contains the notation “TEMPO 2214/2218 4SM SHRA.” What does this mean?
A) Visibility will be 4 SM with rain showers continuously from 14Z to 18Z on the 22nd B) Visibility may temporarily drop to 4 SM with rain showers between 14Z and 18Z on the 22nd C) Visibility will improve to 4 SM with rain showers ending at 18Z on the 22nd
Answer: B. TEMPO means temporary, expected less than 1 hour at a time. The conditions may occur intermittently within the time window, not continuously.
Question 6: Loading & Performance
Which combination of conditions would result in the HIGHEST density altitude?
A) Low elevation, cool temperature, dry air B) High elevation, hot temperature, humid air C) High elevation, cool temperature, dry air
Answer: B. High elevation plus hot temperature plus humidity equals the highest density altitude. All three factors reduce air density. “High density altitude” means the air is thin, reducing performance.
Question 7: Airport Operations
An aircraft on final approach to Runway 27 is heading in which direction?
A) North B) East C) West
Answer: C. Runway 27 equals magnetic heading approximately 270 degrees, which is west. Aircraft on final approach to Runway 27 are heading west.
Question 8: Radio Communications
What frequency is the universal emergency frequency?
A) 122.750 MHz B) 121.5 MHz C) 122.9 MHz
Answer: B. 121.5 MHz is the universal emergency frequency, monitored by ATC and military aircraft worldwide.
Question 9: ADM
A remote pilot feels pressure to complete a real estate photography job before an approaching storm. They notice the wind is picking up and visibility is dropping. Which hazardous attitude is most likely affecting their judgment if they decide to fly anyway?
A) Anti-authority B) Impulsivity C) Resignation
Answer: B. Impulsivity (“do it quickly”). The pilot is acting on the urgency of the situation rather than carefully evaluating the risks. The antidote: “Not so fast. Think first.”
Question 10: Emergency Procedures
During a flight in Class C airspace, your drone experiences a flyaway. What is your first priority?
A) Attempt to regain control by switching flight modes B) Notify ATC of the flyaway C) File a NASA ASRS report
Answer: B. In controlled airspace, ATC notification is the first priority because the drone could enter manned aircraft flight paths. Protect people first, then attempt to regain control. The ASRS report comes later if needed.
Scoring
| Correct | Assessment |
|---|---|
| 9-10 | Excellent. You’re ready for the exam. |
| 7-8 | Good. Review the topics you missed. | | 5-6 | Fair. Spend more time on weak areas. | | Below 5 | Keep studying. Revisit the lessons you struggled with. |
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